International Institute for Iranian Studies

Possible Direct Talks between Iran, America; Persecution of Iranian Christians for Their Faith

A Few Points About Iran’s Relationship With China, RussiaThe editorial of Arman Melli, written by “reformist” academic Sadegh Zibakalam, argues that the success of Iran’s foreign policy strategy is contingent upon Russia and China’s relationship with the West and the United States, calling it ...

25-Year Cooperation Agreement With China Launched; Nepotism Runs Amok in Government

Setting Fire to an Already Exhausted SocietyThe editorial of Entekhab explains how social inequality, unemployment etc., have led to an increase in mental disorders in society, warning that this might manifest itself in more people turning toward violence. In recent days, news spread regarding ...

Ukrainian Flight Downed as Human Shield to Be Blamed on America, Say Victims’ Family; Jailed Writer Died of COVID-19, Writers’ Association Blames Iranian Government

Class Disparity and Widespread PovertyThe editorial of Arman Melli focuses on the gap between the poor and the rich, urging that something must be immediately done to help the poor who are not even capable of paying for their own basic needs.Every day, we ...

$107 Million Awarded in Compensation to Six Families of the Victims of the Downed Ukrainian Flight; More Revelations About the IRGC’s Influence Over Foreign Policy

Criticizing Is Not the Parliament’s Sole ResponsibilityThe editorial of Arman Melli, written by reformist academic Sadegh Zibakalam, argues that Iranian lawmakers keep reiterating their criticisms against the government regarding poor economic conditions, without coming up with any suggestions for resolving the problems.The lawmakers’ objections ...